Tuesday 17 September 2013

Home Remedies for a Runny Nose

A runny nose may not hurt, but it certainly is annoying. What's more, if not cared for properly, nasal discharge can lead to sinus problems, coughing and ear aches.

Fortunately, though, it's not hard to find a natural home remedy for a runny nose that will help you go through those tissues a little less quickly.



...Mustard oil ...

Another simple but effective home remedy for a runny nose is plain mustard oil. Heat a little of the oil until it's barely warm. Use a dropper to put just a drop in one nostril. Give the oil a minute or two to absorb, then put oil in the other nostril. Because the oil is so strongly scented, it makes it a little hard to breath, so only so do one nostril at a time.


...Salt water ...

One of the simplest ways to clear out the toxins that cause a runny nose is to wash the nostrils with a saltwater solution. It is a little uncomfortable, but it doesn't take long. Dissolve a tablespoon of ordinary salt in eight ounces of warm water. Suck a little into a dropper and, with just the tip of the dropper in your nostril, drop the solution into your nose. Then inhale very gently to draw the water in further. It may take a few drops before you feel any improvement. Finally, blow your nose to clear out any excess water and nasal discharge.
...Spicy foods... 

If you're one of the many who reach for the tissues every time you eat hot peppers or curry, it may seem a little odd to suggest that spicy foods can work as a home remedy for a runny nose. While it's obvious that hot foods clear up nasal congestion, they can also help you cure your runny nose. 
What you're actually doing is temporarily increasing nasal discharge so that your body can flush out the blockage and toxins that are making your nose run in the first place. In any case, spicy foods, particularly cayenne peppers and ginger, help increase circulation, which will warm you up if you have the chills
...Thyme... 
Garden-variety thyme also works as a home remedy for a runny nose. Take a tablespoon or two or dry thyme and crush it as finely as possible. You should end up with a powder. If you happen to have a mortal and pestle, this is the easiest way to do it, but the back of a spoon will work, as well. Then gently inhale the powdered thyme. You can also use oil of thyme in the same way as the mustard oil mentioned above.
...Prop up your head ...

Propping your head up while you sleep can also help you get over a running nose faster. This helps the nasal discharge drain out instead of running down your throat and causing coughing and ear aches. Try to keep your head elevated at least 10 inches.
If you're trying to cure a runny nose, rest assured that you don't have to resort to potentially harmful nasal sprays to do it. You can start off simply with a bowl of spicy chili to clear your nasal passages and if that doesn't work experiment with a salt water cleanse, thyme powder or another natural home remedy for a runny nose.

...Chew raw ginger...

Chewing raw ginger really soothes runny nose quickly. Take a fresh ginger and squeeze it. Chew all with salt. Take as much as you can. Garlic is well known for its lot of health benefits.

...Herbal tea...

Herbal tea really works excellent for runny nose. I’ve tested one more herbal tea on my own. Among them, ginger tea is the best one. Let’s prepare it. Take few fresh slices of ginger and boil them for 5-7 minutes with a mug of water. You can put a cinnamon stick to add a pleasant aroma. Take a tea bag in a mug with necessary sugar. Pour the flavored water in a tea mug and enjoy the greatest herbal tea after adding a little lemon extract.


...Cinnamon with honey....

Cinnamon with honey is an effective natural healer of runny nose. Take 2 tbsp honey in a cup. Add a pinch of cinnamon powder in it. Now, add quarter spoon lemon juice in it. You are adding lemon because lemon is great fruit full with vitamin C including some anti- bacterial agents that have cold healing power.

...Steam yourself...


The fast and effective remedy for runny nose is steam yourself by taking a warm bath. After having a shower, stay in the bathroom for sometime until steam remain.  Warm bath gives instant comfort to soothe a runny nose.

...Humidify your bedroom...


Humidifying bed room is the best approach to treat runny nose. If it’s possible invest a humidifier in the bedroom. Humidifier helps to add moisture to the air in room environment that makes mucus thinner. If you can’t manage humidifier, then close the door after having steam shower. That makes your room steam.

...Vitamin C...

It is a natural anti-histamine as it stabilizes cell membranes thereby keeping the histamine from being released. It is also very useful in enhancing your immune system's functions. You can also supercharge its effect by taking a zinc supplement as they work together to give the immune system a huge boost.

...Honey and Lime...

Add one tablespoon of honey and 2-3 drops of fresh lime-juice in one cup of water. Drink this solution when warm. Honey will relieve a runny nose and cough as well.

...Get a Massage...

Massage your nose bridge gently. Using your thumb and index finger, apply a soft up and down stroke on the bridge of your nose, until you are able to breathe easy.

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